Teacher Computer Science

Do you find it challenging being part of starting a Bachelor programme in Computer Science? Does it appeal to you to teach computer science in an international environment? Do you hold a computer science degree? Then a position as faculty at Niels Brock Copenhagen Business College might just be you!

The three-year Bachelor (Hons) programme in Computer Science is a fully accredited UK Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Computer Science taught in collaboration with De Montford University in Leicester, UK and has its first intake September 2023. The programme contains both up-to-date subjects like AI, Big Data, and Agile Development and classic disciplines like Database design and implementation, Programming, and Data Structures and Algorithms but also development projects with both individual and group elements. The setup will provide students with a sound mix of a theoretical base and a practical approach to computer science in a way where their theoretical knowledge will be applied to real cases. The teaching is arranged in blocks of 6-7 weeks meaning that in one block students will follow only one subject (e.g., databases) and then move on to the next block following another subject (e.g., programming). All in all, the programme prepares students for a wide variety of career opportunities, from programming and developer roles to software engineering, with computer technology closely linked with an extensive range of industries such as medicine, education, entertainment, security and architecture or a further academic career. Please see more about the programme here: https://copenhagenbusinesscollege.com/our-programmes/de-montfort-university-programmes

We are looking for dedicated, passionate faculty. Because it is the first time the programme runs here in Copenhagen, you could see yourself as a pioneer-teacher – but you will not be on your own. The close relation to De Montford University means that you will collaborate closely with your UK co-teacher and that you will contextualise content to Danish conditions and your own experience.

We are looking for a number of faculty members that both can fulfill the general requirements listed below and that can cover a broad range of the programme subjects – at the moment with focus on the first years’ subjects.

General requirements

• The ability to speak and write English fluently (Danish is not a requirement.)
• A relevant master’s or PhD degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering etc. or relevant real-world experience including high-level certifications.
• Documented teaching experience or other documented skills in knowledge transfer
• A firm interest in giving this new programme a good start in Copenhagen and designing the framework for the programme.

Specific requirements

The 4 first year courses each have a set of specific requirements listed below.

Database Design and Implementation

• Well founded in relational databases.
• Experience with designing databases, such as ER model, keys, and normalization.
• Experience with SQL mapping schema to implementation via DDL.
• Experience with SQL queries.
• Ability to include relevant elements of the Data Protection Act 2018 and GDPR in both design and implementation.
• Ability to guide students in lab sessions.

Fundamental Concepts of Computer Science

• Knowledge about the math behind computer science, such as logic, set theory, probability, and statistics.
• Knowledge of fundamental principles in areas of the software life cycle, including requirements capture (by e.g., interviews and questionnaires) and user interface design.
• Knowledge of ethical theories and concepts related to information systems, information security, software engineering, computer science and digital forensics.
• Ability to contextualise the above to the Danish society.

Computer Programming

• Experience with practical programming preferable in Scala but not a necessity.
• Knowledge of design using the control and data abstractions in a contemporary programming language.
• Adherence to good programming practice and use of coding standards.
• Knowledge of the role of testing in the software development process.
• Ability to guide students in lab sessions.

Operating Systems and Networks

• Well founded in computer architecture, operating systems, and computer networks.
• Knowledge of the theoretical foundation such as number systems and finite state automata.
• Computer hardware such as CPU, memory, bus, motherboard etc.
• Operating system fundamentals, Shell scripting, Authentication and authorization.
• Computer networks including network architectures, data communication, network components, LAN protocols, Internet protocols.
• Security issues.
• Ability to guide students in lab sessions.

If you find it attractive to participate in building up this programme and if you can teach one or more of the above subjects please do not hesitate to send us an application.

Employment
Employment will be secured as per collective agreement between the Danish Ministry of Finance and the AC trade union.

Terms of employment:
The position is full-time, and you will start on August 7th 2023 or soon thereafter. Salary and employment will be in accordance with the applicable collective agreement.

More information:
You are welcome to contact interim Dean of Academic Affairs, Steffen Herskind on 93 91 45 24 or [email protected] or Pro Vice-Chancellor Charlotte Forsberg on 23 21 45 54 or [email protected].

Application and deadline for applying:
You apply for the position by sending your application, CV and diplomas via the link below no later than May 15th 2023.

We want to reflect the surrounding society and encourage everyone, regardless of personal background, to apply for the position.

About Niels Brock Copenhagen Business College
For more than 25 years, the International Department at Niels Brock has offered a range of British university degrees in cooperation with De Montfort University, Leicester. Our students are international and primarily from South Asia. They come to us with a diversity of educational, ethnic, and religious backgrounds as well as having English as their second language. We are dedicated to delivering world class education through inclusive and cross-cultural instruction methods that require pedagogical as well as didactic flexibility.

The department forms part of Niels Brock one of the largest educational institutions in Denmark with more than 10,000 students in Denmark.

We have taught business subjects for more than 140 years, building up experience and establishing solid networks throughout Denmark and the world.

It is our ambition to be the most global and innovative business college in Denmark. We develop and offer education and training which provide the Danish and global business communities with the proper competencies to enhance cooperation and competitiveness, and we are widely recognized for our academically and pedagogically skilled faculty members and dedicated students.

For further information, please visit www.copenhagenbusinesscollege.com